Explore senior medical writer opportunities for experienced professionals who translate complex medical and scientific information into clear, accurate content. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles across medical communications, clinical research, pharmaceutical development, and healthcare.
Senior medical writers develop and review materials for scientific, clinical, regulatory, and healthcare audiences. Depending on the role, they may write clinical study reports, protocols, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, medical education content, or materials for healthcare professionals. They collaborate with researchers, clinicians, statisticians, regulatory experts, and clients to ensure content is accurate, consistent, and aligned with applicable standards.
Employers often seek strong scientific writing, editing, and project-management skills, along with the ability to interpret clinical data and explain technical concepts clearly. Many roles require a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in a life-sciences or related field and several years of medical writing experience. Familiarity with clinical research, regulatory guidance, publication practices, and document review workflows may also be valuable.
Senior medical writers work at pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical communications agencies, contract research organizations, healthcare organizations, and consulting firms. Career paths may lead to principal or lead writer positions, medical writing management, regulatory strategy, publications leadership, or broader scientific communications roles.
Browse senior medical writer openings and discover opportunities designed for experienced professionals. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you explore positions that match your expertise, industry interests, and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.
Sr. Specialist, Product Go to Market
$100K - $120K *
Empower your career by driving product strategy and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development, market positioning, and operational efficiency while shaping the...
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Sr. Specialist, Product Go to Market
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and operations, driving innovation and market success through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Own key initiatives in product development, plannin...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Specialist, Product Go to Market
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in product strategy and operations. Collaborate across functions to enhance product development, market strategies, and operational efficiency while shaping the f...
4 weeks ago
Senior Research Investigator, Pharmacometrics
$146K - $177K *
Champion the integration of model-informed drug development strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance therapeutic agent development and regulatory submissions, while driving inn...
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Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development
$375K - $398K *
Champion the clinical development strategy by leading cross-functional teams, overseeing clinical trials, and providing strategic input for regulatory submissions and business opportunities in a dynam...
3 weeks ago
Senior Clinical Research Associate
$110K - $130K *
Transform the clinical trial landscape by ensuring compliance and data integrity. Oversee site management, monitor activities, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance study execution while safeg...
2 weeks ago
Senior QC Compliance Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Support compliance in Quality Control by managing investigations and quality records. Collaborate on metrics reporting and ensure adherence to regulatory standards for GMP manufacturing of biological...
3 weeks ago
Senior Clinical Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional teams to drive successful oncology clinical trials. Manage project lifecycle from start-up to closeout, ensuring quality outcomes and strategic alignment. Foster team excellence...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, CMC Dossier Management
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing CMC regulatory submissions by managing project plans, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful delivery of critical documentation fo...
1 week ago
$98K - $273K *
Optimize statistical programming processes by leading complex dataset development, ensuring compliance with CDISC standards, and mentoring junior programmers to enhance team performance and deliver hi...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Enterprise Thought Leadership
$117K - $142K *
Elevate our global thought leadership strategy by identifying and executing impactful opportunities that enhance visibility and reputation. Collaborate across teams to develop compelling messaging and...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Labeling (SWICC)
$120K - $150K *
Champion regulatory compliance for medical device labeling and UDI. Lead global labeling strategies, manage high volumes of labels, and ensure adherence to international standards. Collaborate with cr...
1 week ago
Staff Continuous Improvement Engineer
$89K - $148K *
Engage in optimizing manufacturing operations by analyzing processes, leading initiatives, and driving measurable improvements in a highly regulated environment through hands-on and cross-functional c...
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Sales Executive, Advisory - Medical Market Access
$75K - $166K *
Join a team that's redefining client engagement by delivering tailored Advisory services. Leverage your expertise in Medical Market Access to build relationships, drive sales, and support innovative s...
2 weeks ago
Sales Executive, Advisory - Medical Market Access
$75K - $166K *
Join a team that's redefining Advisory services by leveraging your expertise in the Medical Market Access space. Engage with clients, develop strategies, and drive sales while maintaining strong relat...
2 weeks ago
Sales Executive, Advisory - Medical Market Access
$131K - $166K *
Join a dynamic team to drive strategic Advisory services, engaging clients and enhancing relationships while leveraging your expertise in the Medical Market Access space. This remote role involves ext...
2 weeks ago
Sales Executive, Advisory - Medical Market Access
$75K - $166K *
Unlock potential by driving strategic Advisory services, engaging clients, and delivering tailored solutions. Collaborate with account managers to enhance customer relationships and support sales cycl...
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Sales Executive, Advisory - Medical Market Access
$75K - $166K *
Elevate your career by engaging clients and driving strategic Advisory solutions. Collaborate with account managers to identify opportunities, build relationships, and deliver value in the Medical Mar...
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Global Medical Communications Lead, GI2
$169K - $266K *
Shape and lead the global medical communications strategy for high-priority assets, ensuring impactful scientific narratives and omnichannel experiences while collaborating with cross-functional teams...
2 weeks ago
Global Medical Communications Lead, GI2
$192K - $302K *
Reimagine medical communications strategy by leading impactful narratives and AI-driven workflows. Collaborate with global teams to enhance stakeholder engagement and optimize content delivery across...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Trial Manager, Class III Medical Devices
$117K - $156K *
Shape the future of clinical trials by managing the execution and oversight of Class III medical device studies. Collaborate with teams and ensure compliance, quality standards, and operational succes...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Medical Strategy Manager
$130K - $155K *
Champion the operational and scientific activities in medical affairs, overseeing Investigator Sponsored Studies and strategic projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data generat...
Reposted 5 days ago
Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist
$123K - $150K *
Transform global regulatory strategies for product development and compliance. Lead complex submissions, mentor teams, and ensure alignment with business goals while navigating U.S., EU, and internati...
2 days ago
Senior Clinical Solution Analyst - Evinova
$124K - $186K *
Elevate clinical trial delivery by translating protocols into high-quality builds. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize outcomes and serve as the product expert, ensuring excellence in...
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$120K - $145K *
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What does a senior medical writer do?
A senior medical writer creates, edits, and reviews scientific, clinical, regulatory, or healthcare content. Typical deliverables can include clinical study documents, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, and medical education materials.
What qualifications are typically required for senior medical writer jobs?
Requirements vary by employer, but many roles call for a degree in a life-sciences or related discipline, substantial medical writing experience, excellent writing and editing skills, and the ability to interpret scientific or clinical data.
Where do senior medical writers work?
Senior medical writers may work for pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, medical communications agencies, healthcare organizations, and consulting firms.
How much do senior medical writer jobs pay?
Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, employer, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.
What career opportunities can follow a senior medical writer role?
Experienced writers may advance to lead or principal medical writer positions, manage writing teams, or move into regulatory strategy, publications leadership, or broader scientific communications.